2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | LR3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |